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US8589809B2 US12/323,793 US32379308A US8589809B2 US 8589809 B2 US8589809 B2 US 8589809B2 US 32379308 A US32379308 A US 32379308A US 8589809 B2 US8589809 B2 US 8589809B2
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  • the present invention relates to a method and system for conducting a meeting in a virtual environment, in particular, for use in improved manufacturing facility and asset operation, maintenance, and training.
  • An exemplary method involves outputting, on a display associated with each of the plurality of people, a virtual conference room that includes an avatar associated with each of the plurality of people and a virtual display that displays a 3-D model of a manufacturing facility.
  • a selection of an object of the 3-D model is received and the virtual display displays information associated with the selected object of the 3-D model.
  • the display associated with each of the plurality of people outputs the virtual conference room and the virtual display with the information associated with the selected object of the 3-D model.
  • the information associated with the object may provide a source for collaborative updating, editing and training on the execution of typical operating and maintenance work processes.
  • the selected object can be one of a vessel, rotating machinery, separation equipment and vessels, mixing equipment and vessels, reaction equipment and vessels, associated values, piping, instrumentation and/or other structures.
  • the information associated with the selected object can be, for example, maintenance data, operational data, inspection data or a document associated with the selected object.
  • the information associated with the selected object is a plurality of sub-objects.
  • the method also involves receiving a selection of one of the sub-objects and displaying on the virtual display information associated with the selected sub-object of the 3-D model.
  • the display associated with each of the plurality of people outputs the virtual conference room and the virtual display with the information associated with the selected sub-object of the 3-D model.
  • the information associated with the selected sub-object can be, for example, maintenance data, operational data, inspection data or a document associated with the selected object.
  • the method can also involve updating the 3-D model of the manufacturing facility using real-time data.
  • the real-time data can be, for example, maintenance data, operational data, inspection data or a document.
  • An exemplary system includes a server that executes a computer program to produce a virtual environment that includes a virtual conference room and a plurality of user terminals, associated with each of the plurality of people coupled to the server by a network.
  • the system can also include a manufacturing facility information storage coupled to the server.
  • the server includes display logic to provide an output of the virtual conference room to a display associated with each of the plurality of user terminals, the virtual conference room including an avatar associated with each of the plurality of people, and a virtual display that displays a 3-D model of a manufacturing facility.
  • the server includes selection logic that receives a selection of an object of the 3-D model, and in response to the selection the display logic provides an output to the display associated with each of the plurality of people with the virtual display with the information associated with the selected object of the 3-D model.
  • FIG. 1A is a block diagram of an exemplary system in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIG. 1B is a flow diagram of an exemplary method in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIG. 2 is a block diagram of an exemplary server that executes a computer program to produce a virtual environment in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIGS. 3A-3D is a block diagram illustrating an exemplary virtual conference room in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIG. 4 is a flow diagram of another exemplary method in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIG. 1A is a block diagram of an exemplary system in accordance with the present invention.
  • the system includes a plurality of user terminals 135 1 - 135 n coupled to virtual environment 130 .
  • User terminals 135 1 - 135 n can be any type of user terminal, including, but not limited to, desktop computers, laptop computers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), wireless telephones, smart phones and/or the like.
  • PDAs personal digital assistants
  • virtual environment 130 is executed on a server.
  • An intelligent, location accurate, 3-D model of a manufacturing facility 125 is also coupled to virtual environment 130 .
  • Intelligent 3-D model 125 is coupled to intelligent 3-D model builder 120 , which in turn is coupled to 3-D model data database 105 , and real-time data databases 110 .
  • Real-time data databases include plant maintenance data database 112 , operational data database 114 , inspection data database 116 and document management system data database 118 .
  • Other types of real-time data can be employed in addition to, or as an alternative to, those illustrated in FIG. 1A .
  • One or more of the elements of FIG. 1A can be coupled to each other by way of any type of network, such as, for example, the Internet.
  • one or more location accurate 3-D models of a manufacturing facility are generated and populated into database 105 (step 150 ).
  • the 3-D models can be generated using, for example, laser scanning techniques, such as those provided by INOVx of Irvine Calif.
  • the object models can be created by conversion of 2-D or 3-D computer-aided design (CAD) files.
  • CAD computer-aided design
  • the 3-D models can be designed with any desired tolerance, such as five millimeters.
  • the 3-D model can reflect any variance in the horizontal direction.
  • Various elements of the 3-D models that will be updated with real-time data are tagged (step 155 ). These elements can be any elements, such as objects, sub-objects, components, structures, circuits, sub-system and/or the like.
  • Intelligent 3-D model builder 120 then uses the tags to combine the 3-D model data with real-time data to generate an intelligent 3-D model (step 160 ).
  • the 3-D model is “intelligent” in that it is based on both structural and operational information, and it is also updated based on real-time data.
  • the intelligent 3-D model is stored in database 125 , which provides the model to virtual environment 130 (step 165 ).
  • the virtual environment 130 generated using the 3-D model allows interaction between the model and avatars representing users of terminals 135 1 - 135 n (step 170 ).
  • the 3-D model itself can be updated to reflect structural changes, such as new elements, rearrangement of elements, etc.
  • FIG. 2 is a block diagram of an exemplary server that executes a computer program to produce a virtual environment in accordance with the present invention.
  • the server 250 includes a network interface 255 to exchange information with user terminals 135 1 - 135 n and with intelligent 3-D model database 125 .
  • Network interface 255 is coupled to processor 260 , which in turn is coupled to memory 270 .
  • Processor 260 includes logic 262 - 268 , which will be described in more detail below.
  • Processor 260 can be any type of processor including a microprocessor, field programmable gate array (FPGA), application specific integrated circuit (ASIC) and/or the like.
  • FPGA field programmable gate array
  • ASIC application specific integrated circuit
  • logic 262 - 268 can be processor-executable code loaded from memory 270 .
  • logic 262 initially displays a virtual environment that includes avatars 305 1 - 305 n , and virtual display 310 that includes an intelligent 3-D model comprising 3-D objects 315 1 - 315 n (step 405 ).
  • the objects can be, for example, one of a vessel, rotating machinery, separation equipment and vessels, mixing equipment and vessels, reaction equipment and vessels, associated valves, piping, instrumentation elements and/or other structures.
  • the virtual display can also display additional information, such as, for example, object maintenance data.
  • FIG. 3A illustrates a particular number of avatars and a particular number of objects comprising the 3-D model
  • the present invention can be employed with greater or fewer numbers of avatars and/or objects comprising the 3-D model.
  • the arrangement of the objects of the 3-D model is merely exemplary and the objects can be arranged in a different manner.
  • the present invention can also be employed with more than one display.
  • the virtual environment can include more than one virtual conference room and/or virtual display.
  • the virtual conference room can include a virtual whiteboard, as well as elements for capturing avatar notes and comments, such as flip charts, attached text or audio comments and/or the like.
  • Logic 264 determines whether server 250 has received an avatar or 3-D model updates (step 410 ).
  • Avatar updates can include the addition or removal of avatars due to user terminals or sessions joining or leaving the virtual environment and/or movement of avatars within the virtual environment.
  • 3-D model updates can include updates based on real-time data 110 .
  • logic 266 determines whether a 3-D object selection has been received (step 420 ).
  • a 3-D object selection can be performed using an input device at one of the user terminals 135 1 - 135 n , movement of an avatar within the virtual environment to select the object and/or the like.
  • the input device can be any type of input device including, but not limited to, a keyboard, keypad, mouse, pen input device, trackpad, trackball and/or the like.
  • logic 268 determines whether the selection is to display information about the selected object or to display sub-objects of the selected object (step 425 ).
  • the information can be, for example, maintenance data, operational data, inspection data or a document associated with the selected object.
  • logic 268 determines that the selection is to display information about the selected object (“No” path out of decision step 425 )
  • logic 262 displays the object information on display 210 (step 430 ). Users can interact with the data using an input device of the user terminal and/or avatars until one of the user's requests that display 210 be returned to the state where it displays the 3-D model comprising the 3-D objects (“Yes” path out of decision step 435 ).
  • logic 262 displays the 3-D sub-objects 325 1 - 325 n (step 440 ).
  • logic 262 displays the sub-object information within the virtual environment (step 450 ) until logic 262 receives a request from one of the users and/or avatars to return to the sub-object display (“Yes” path out of decision step 455 ) or to return to the object display (“Yes” path out of decision step 460 ).
  • the displays can provide “knowledge views” that combine various views for added perspective.
  • structural steel and piping views can be combined so that proper access and routing can be planned and communicated to turnaround staff. Scaffolding plans can be laid over the views to ensure suitability.
  • the present invention provides the ability to subtract views to provide a better understanding of a particular environment.
  • the views, including the knowledge views, can be panned, zoomed and otherwise navigated to gain a full perspective.
  • the present invention can also provide a querying capability.
  • a query for all pipes containing sour gas and having a corrosion rate greater than 4 mils/annum and an operating temperature greater than 500 degrees can be performed to produce an intelligent 3-D model of such pipes. This would involve pulling data from the various databases to identify such pipes.
  • the present invention can provide a simulation and playback capability to create move-like depictions of scenarios and events, which would support training, learning and reviews of upsets and recovery processes.
  • This capability can also include the ability to add annotations that persist in the context for developing procedures and advancing best practices among the viewers of the depictions.
  • the present invention can be used in a variety of contexts. For example, if an upgrade project is planned for motor operated valves, power lines, power poles and junction boxes feeding the valves can easily be located and identified.
  • the present invention can also be employed for determining optimal lineups, sequencing of actions, back flushing volumes, etc.
  • the intelligent 3-D models allow inspects to determine scaffolding needs, access limitations and safety requirements prior to visiting the actual physical plant.
  • the databases can also include information about dynamic assets, such as cranes, that may be temporarily deployed at a plant.
  • An exemplary use of the present invention can be for repairs.
  • the intelligent 3-D model can be coupled with a temporary repair database in order to determine all opportunities for permanent repair within the boundaries of any turnaround activity or work order involving a shut down. This can involve the querying capability discussed above.
  • work orders can be precisely linked to the target equipment or systems to provide the most current asset.
  • the present invention also allows for the work orders to be linked with the necessary scheduled support, such as fork lifts, scaffolding, etc.
  • the present invention is used for conducting a meeting in a virtual environment using intelligent 3-D models of a manufacturing facility. This is particularly advantageous for use to improve manufacturing facility and asset operation, maintenance, and training. For example, instead of requiring a number of persons to travel to a single manufacturing facility to evaluate the operation and/or maintenance issues with the facility, these issues can be addressed with one or more of the people being located at remote locations. Further, instead of requiring people to travel to a particular facility to train on the operation of one or more components (e.g., machines) of the facility, these people can be remotely trained using the present invention.
  • components e.g., machines

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